1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 407 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Terracan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |